Account Manager

Job Title: Account Manager Company: service foods Job Category: Salesforce Roles & Responsibilities: We're more than just a business. We're a whānau. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where ideas are valued, success is celebrated, and professional growth is supported. As part of our commitment to serving the diverse communities of Aotearoa, this role will have a particular focus on growing and strengthening relationships within the South Auckland business community, and hospitality operators throughout the region. The Role This is a dynamic, customer\-facing role ideal for someone who enjoys being on the road, building trusted partnerships, and creating meaningful customer connections. You will be the key link between our customers and Service Foods, ensuring their needs are understood, supported, and exceeded. While the majority of your time will be spent visiting customers, you will also spend regular time in our Mangere office collaborating with colleagues, contributing to team initiatives, and managing the administrative aspects of your portfolio. This role reports to Sales Manager of our Auckland Regional sales team. Key Responsibilities * Manage and grow a portfolio of existing customer accounts * Identify, prospect, and convert new business opportunities throughout South Auckland * Build and maintain strong relationships across the food service, hospitality, and street business sectors * Maintain an effective call cycle to deliver exceptional customer service * Negotiate and close sales opportunities while consistently achieving growth targets * Collaborate closely with Procurement and Warehouse teams to align supply with customer demand * Develop innovative and tailored solutions that meet customer needs * Represent Service Foods professionally and positively within the region Work Location: Manukau City, N, New Zealand Availability: Full time

* Proven sales experience, preferably within the food service, FMCG, hospitality, or a related industry * Strong relationship\-building, communication, and negotiation skills * Demonstrated success managing a sales territory and achieving growth targets * Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications * Experience using Tableau, Salesforce CRM or a similar customer relationship management system (advantageous) * Knowledge of the South Auckland business community and food service sector (advantageous) * The ability to build authentic, long\-term relationships with hospitality businesses throughout the South Auckland region (highly regarded) * A self\-motivated, proactive, and customer\-focused approach * Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently * A tertiary qualification (preferred) * Preferred domicile in Kerikeri or the surrounding area. Requirements Key Skills: Salesforce, Salesforce CRM Salary: Not disclosed